Using smart devices should not require a Ph.D! BehindTheBuy.com’s senior editor – David Gregg joins us again, to tell us about five new products he says are simple to use, convenient and will make our lives easier!
Rowenta Intense Pure Air Purifier
Rowenta recently launched a cutting-edge air purifier called the Intense Pure Air. It removes 99.97% of harmful contaminants and allergens like pollen, dust, pet dander and mold, and is also the only air purifier that captures and destroys airborne formaldehyde – which is classified by the World Health Organization as a human carcinogen and is found in 100% of homes.
While most air purifiers only feature 3 levels of filtration, the Intense Pure Air features 4, including a True HEPA filter and a patented NanoCaptur filter, which permanently captures and destroys formaldehyde:
1) Pre-Filter – dust, animal hair
2) Active Carbon Filter – odors, smoke and VOCs
3) True HEPA filter – allergens like pollen, dust mites, pet dander, viruses, bacteria, mold
4) Patented NanoCaptur Filter – traps and permanently destroys formaldehyde and turns from yellow to dark red over time as it becomes more saturated.
The Intense Pure Air is a quintessential product for an easier everyday life, and especially now, during allergy season. The Intense Pure Air not only effectively combats allergens like pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores that can cause sneezing, itchy eyes, nasal congestion, and respiratory issues – it also removes other hazardous toxins like VOCs, smoke, viruses, and the most dangerous of all, formaldehyde, which can also worsen symptoms.
The Intense Pure Air also features smart pollution sensors that provide automatic filtration regulation.
PRICE: The Intense Pure Air comes in two sizes: the “Bedroom” unit purifies up to 400 sq. ft. ($299), while the “XL Room” unit purifies up to 835 sq. ft. ($399).
WEBSITE: www.rowentausa.com
iRobot Roomba 980
The Roomba 980 is iRobot’s first cloud-connected – robotic vacuum. iRobot’s HOME App allows users to start their Roomba from anywhere, at any time and schedule customized cleaning jobs from any iOS or Android device. This is also the first Roomba that can clean an entire level of a home (up to 2000 square feet), recharging and resuming as needed until the job is done. The new navigation system makes this possible, by enabling the Roomba to map its environment as it cleans, while keeping track of its location.
Roomba 980’s AeroForce Cleaning System, with Carpet Boost can automatically detect different floor surfaces in your home and increase it’s power output up to 10 times on rugs and carpeted floors, when it’s needed.
PRICE: $899; www.iRobot.com
Incipio CommandKit Home Automation Solutions
For those wanting to make their home a little smarter, Incipio’s Apple® Home-Kit certified CommandKit™ Wireless Smart Outlet and Wireless Smart Light Bulb Adapter allow you to securely control your home appliances and existing lamp fixtures wherever you are through your iPhone and Siri.
By simply connecting the Incipio CommandKit™ Smart Outlet and Smart Lightbulb Adapter to your Wi-Fi network, you will be able to remotely access and control home products and devices anywhere, at home or on the go.
You can also download the complimentary Incipio CommandKit™ app from the App store to assign unique names for every room in your home, and create specific voice commands using Siri for things like, “Turn off the lights.” All hands-free.
With Incipio’s CommandKit™ home automation solutions, you won’t have to ask yourself… “Wait, Did I Turn That Off?” Using the Wireless Smart Outlet, you can easily turn appliances like a curling iron or a space heater on or off with the simple switch of a toggle in the CommandKit™ App.
PRICE: The Incipio CommandKit™ Wireless Smart Outlet and Wireless Smart Lightbulb Adapter are $39.99 each and are both available now at https://www.incipio.com/accessories/smart-home/commandkit-accessories.html
Incipio CommandKit Wireless Smart Outlet
Incipio CommandKit Wireless Smart Light Bulb Adapter
Arlo Wire-Free and Arlo Q Video Monitoring Cameras by Netgear
Arlo video monitoring cameras by Netgear will let you keep an eye on what is valuable in your life – like your kids, pets and your home’s interior and exterior when you’re inside and away from your home.
They’re easy to set-up and connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network, feature night vision, are motion activated and provide activity alerts directly to any internet connected iOS or Android Device via Arlo’s free APP. Arlo also includes 7 days of FREE cloud based recording, so you can review and archive video footage. The Arlo-Q interior camera features 2-way audio and the Wire-Free outdoor model is weatherproof and is powered by a long life battery. Special camouflage skins are now available so your Arlo cameras can blend into your home’s surroundings.
PRICE: Starts at – Arlo Q – $219 for single camera; Arlo Wire-Free – $179 single camera w/base station; www.Arlo.com
Honeywell’s Second Generation Lyric Round Thermostat
Honeywell’s second-generation Lyric smart thermostat was created for busy families in need of more control over the comfort of their home and utility bills. Lyric syncs directly with iOS and Android devices and provides customizable geofencing technology to ensure comfort when you’re home and savings while you’re away. It’s compatible with Apple HomeKit, so you can control it using Siri. Customizable shortcuts allow you to set different temperatures for various activities like working out or sleeping so you’re comfortable through it all! The Lyric also sends Smart Alerts about your home’s HVAC system, like if a filter needs to be changed and if your system is not functioning properly.
PRICE: $249.99; Available at Honeywell.com and retailers like The Home Depot.